Category: Politics

Alberta PC: Candidate Nominations Open In 10 More Constituencies

On Saturday, the provincial Nomination Committee for the PCAA met and determined another round of constituency nominations to be held on 7 March if a vote is required. They are: Calgary-Bow, Calgary-Mackay Nosehill, Edmonton-Calder, Edmonton-Decore, Edmonton-Gold Bar, Edmonton-Riverview, Edmonton-Rutherford, Fort McMurray-Wood Buffalo and Livingstone-Macleod As well, Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville will hold their nomination on 5…

January 28, 2015
Libertarian Party of Canada nominates Cory Morgan in riding of Foothills (formally Macleod)

Local blogger and political activist Cory Morgan has been chosen to represent the Libertarian Party of Canada in the riding of Foothills (Macleod). A federal election is expected to be called this fall and Foothills is considered to be a key riding for the nascent federal party. “Small government and the protection of property…

January 28, 2015
Government Responds to MP Barlow’s Order Questions re: High River Gun Seizure

January 27, 2015 – Ottawa, Ontario Responses to Order Paper questions submitted by John Barlow, Member of Parliament for Macleod, on November 18, 2014 were tabled in the House of Commons yesterday. Mr. Barlow’s questions specifically requested explanations for the seizure of firearms by the RCMP, and the possible involvement of the Canadian Armed…

January 27, 2015
Premier Thanks Raj Sherman for his Service

Premier Jim Prentice issued the following statement following the announcement that Dr. Raj Sherman has stepped down as Liberal leader: “As Liberal leader, Raj has been a committed representative of his party members. “He is an advocate for health care and a champion for improving quality of life for all Albertans. “I expect that, as…

January 27, 2015
Premier Thanks Doug Horner

Premier Jim Prentice issued the following statement (Friday) following the announcement that Doug Horner will be leaving the Legislature at the end of January: “It was with regret that I received the news this morning that Doug Horner would be stepping down as a Member of the Legislative Assembly later this month. “Doug has been…

January 26, 2015
Statement from Raj Sherman, Alberta Liberal Leader

EDMONTON, AB (January 26, 2015): Alberta Liberal Leader Raj Sherman has released the following statement of his intentions in advance of the next provincial election: “Today, after much thoughtful reflection and consultation, I met with my Caucus colleagues and members of the Executive Committee of the Alberta Liberal Party to inform them of my decision…

January 26, 2015
Agreement Targets New Municipal Government Act in 2016

The Government of Alberta and representatives of Alberta’s municipalities have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will see a revised Municipal Government Act (MGA) in place in 2016. The agreement was signed by Premier Jim Prentice, Municipal Affairs Minister Diana McQueen, Alberta Urban Municipalities Association’s (AUMA) President Helen Rice and Alberta Association of Municipal…

January 25, 2015
Liberals reach out to Ontarians with message of growth for middle class Canadians

LONDON, ON – The Liberal Party of Canada concluded its Winter Caucus meetings in Southwestern Ontario today with a clear message to Canadians: we are building a strong team and plan that prioritizes success for all Canadians. “While Stephen Harper asks middle class families to sacrifice so that the wealthiest few can have thousands in…

January 24, 2015
PC Association Nomination Dates Announced

On Saturday, the provincial Nomination Committee for the PCAA met and determined another round of constituency nominations to be held on 28 February IF a vote is required. They are: Barrhead-Morinville-Westlock; Calgary-Cross; Calgary-Currie; Calgary-East; Calgary-Greenway; Calgary-Lougheed; Calgary Southeast; Grande-Prairie-Smoky; Innisfail-Sylvan Lake; Leduc-Beaumont; St. Albert; and Vermilion-Lloydminster. As well, two previously approved dates for nominations were…

January 21, 2015
King of the CASL: CRTC Chairman shares Paperweight crown

Splits dubious honour with Ontario Labour Minister, Quebec mayor Toronto/Calgary – To kick-off Red Tape Awareness WeekTM, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) announced the winners for its annual Paperweight Award, citing the most egregious examples of government red tape on small businesses. Federal: King of the CASL Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC)…

January 21, 2015
Red Tape Grades a Mixed Bag

Alberta still does not have publicly reported measure of regulatory requirements Toronto/Calgary – On day two of Red Tape Awareness WeekTM, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) issued its annual report card, grading the provinces, territories and federal government on their commitment to red tape accountability. The report card looks at measurement, public reporting…

January 21, 2015
Why Doesn’t Alberta Diversify?

ABCtech Editorial In 2005, the Alberta Council of Technologies Society was incorporated to advocate for “Diversifying Alberta’s economy through the commercialization of emerging technologies.” Some argued against our vision stating, “One hour spent diversifying Alberta’s economy is one hour less for producing oil revenue, providing for Alberta health and education.” – Alberta Oil Industry…

January 19, 2015
Alberta has no reason to panic . . . yet

Its lack of fiscal discipline on both the spending and saving side is the real culprit behind its current financial bind By Livio Di Matteo, Professor of Economics, Lakehead University THUNDER BAY, ON/ Troy Media/ – A dramatic fall in oil prices, predicted to reduce provincial government resource revenues by $7 billion – a…

January 19, 2015
Prentice Needs to Lead by Example and Curb His Spending: Barnes

CALGARY, AB – Before slapping new taxes on the backs of hardworking Albertans, Premier Jim Prentice needs to focus on recalibrating his budget and cutting waste at the top, Wildrose Finance Critic Drew Barnes said. After consecutive years of record revenues, Barnes said a failure to properly plan and save means Alberta is in…

January 17, 2015
New FOIP Records Show Startling Increase of AHS Employees Earning Over $100,000: Saskiw

EDMONTON, AB: Premier Jim Prentice needs to immediately reverse his decision to not extend the province’s sunshine list across government with new freedom of information (FOIP) documents showing a startling increase of Alberta Health Services (AHS) employees earning over $100,000 from 2009 to 2013, Wildrose Justice Critic Shayne Saskiw said today. In 2013, almost 9800…

January 16, 2015